Located in the heart of St. Albans, The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton is set in an Edwardian building and features an on-site bar. It has a 24-hour front desk and offers stylish rooms with free WiFi access throughout and 3 private car parks free of charge - contact the property for details and directions prior to arrival. The property boasts a sweeping staircase and a stained glass dome, and the original carved fireplace dating back to 1911 still stands in what was the creator's private office. Each room is decorated in neutral tones and comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests can get drinks and refreshments in the bar throughout the day, and order room service for lunch and dinner. There is an array of cafés and pubs serving traditional English food in the surroundings of the hotel. Local attractions include St Albans Cathedral, just a 4-minute walk away and St Albans town centre is a 6-minute walk away. The Roman Theatre can be reached within a mile. Willows Farm is 5 miles away and the Harry Potter Studios are just 7 miles away. London Luton Airport is just 12 miles from the hotel, whilst London Heathrow Airport is 19.9 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Tapestry Collection
Hotel chain/brand
Tapestry Collection

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

FREE private parking!

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability
This property has 3 third-party sustainability certifications.

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    ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management system
    Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
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    ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems
    Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
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    ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Harriet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, right opposite the cathedral and lots of restaurants and shops within a short walking distance. Lovely room and excellent breakfast
  • Bronwen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning building - rich with mahogany and stained glass. Breakfast choices were excellent.
  • Alessandro
    Italy Italy
    Beautiful structure placed in the center of St Albans, 1 minute walk from local amenities and cathedral. Staff was helpful and cordial.
  • Martyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was central; the staff members were all friendly; the room was comfortable and well equipped and the hotel's decor was plush and stylish. We would definitely return.
  • Chloe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hotel is well presented, modern and clean. Reception staff lovely and during New Years the lady at the bar provided efficient service and excellent customer service.
  • Kathy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cosy and inviting entry and bar area. Central location opposite the cathedral.
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    Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were very helpful regarding transport. Car park was a bonus.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location for the Cathedral. Historic building. Convenient drop-off point (if you are coming up the hill, look for a right turn just before the traffic lights then immediately left) for bags, check-in and to collect parking permit for one...
  • Judith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A great hotel in an excellent location, the room was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was very good.
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location in St Albans. Rooms are well decorated and had everything that you need. Staff were helpful and polite.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Activities

  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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FAQs about The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton

  • Room options at The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Suite
  • Guests staying at The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Yes, The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Pub crawls
  • The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton is 550 yards from the centre of Saint Albans. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection Hilton is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.